Diggermate provides the machine and operator for drainage excavation and trenching on residential, commercial, trade and construction projects that suit the local compact fleet. We can prepare trenches and drainage areas to the route, depth and fall supplied by your plumber, drainage contractor, plan or project team.
Our local operators generally use mini and micro excavators, mini loaders and skid steers weighing 3.5 tonnes or less. Equipment, attachments and availability vary by location, so your local Diggermate will confirm the right setup for the site.
Drainage jobs we can help prepare
- Stormwater pipe, pit and downpipe trenches
- Yard and garden drainage excavation
- Ag pipe, French drain and subsoil drainage trenches
- Drainage runs beside slabs, driveways and landscaped areas
- Spoil loading, stockpiling or removal when included in the quote
- Backfilling after pipework has been installed and checked, when included
How the drainage excavation process works
- Send the site details. Include your suburb, photos, access measurements, the proposed route and approximate trench dimensions.
- Confirm the drainage requirements. Your plumber, drainage contractor or project plan should specify the pipe route, depth, fall, outlet and any inspection requirements.
- We check access and equipment. The local operator confirms whether the available compact machinery and attachments suit the work.
- We complete the agreed excavation. The trench or drainage area is prepared and spoil is handled as stated in the quote.
- The relevant trade completes its work. Pipe installation, connection and compliance work remains with the appropriately qualified provider. Backfilling can then be completed if agreed.
Machines and attachments used for drainage work
- Micro excavators for narrow side access
- Mini excavators with narrow or trenching buckets
- Mini loaders and skid steers for moving spoil or material
- Tipper trucks, tipper trailers or skip bins where locally available
Access and site information that helps us quote
- The narrowest gate, side path or access point
- Slopes, steps, retaining walls, low eaves and other obstacles
- Soil conditions such as clay, rock, sand, fill, wet or soft ground
- Known underground and overhead services
- Where excavated material should be stockpiled, loaded or removed
- Whether the trench needs to remain open for installation or inspection
Important scope notes
Diggermate handles the machine-operation and earthworks portion of the job. Drainage design, pipe sizing, plumbing, connections, engineering, permits and compliance work are not automatically included. These must be provided or confirmed by the relevant qualified professional where required.
Before excavation starts, underground services must be identified and the proposed route, levels and site approvals confirmed. Final scope, spoil disposal, materials and equipment availability vary by location and are confirmed in the quote.